EVH - Striped Series '78 Eruption Electric Guitar, White with Black Stripes Relic
Model: 5107900576
SKU: 12820335
Why settle for the ordinary when you can own a piece of rock history The EVH Striped Series '78 Eruption Electric Guitar, with its distinctive white and black striped relic finish, is more than just a musical instrument - it's a symbol of a revolution in guitar-driven rock and roll. This stylish and unique guitar is a tribute to the legendary Eddie Van Halen, who crafted the original instrument himself to realize his full potential as a musician and an innovator.The '78 Eruption guitar is a perfect blend of Eddie's innovative modifications and modern features. The Stratocaster-style body, adorned with Eddie's iconic black and white stripes, is paired with a quartersawn maple neck, hand-rubbed with a satin urethane back finish for a smooth, comfortable grip. The 12"-16" compound radius maple fingerboard, equipped with 22 jumbo frets, is designed for fast, furious playing styles and maximum comfort.This high-quality guitar features a single EVH Wolfgang humbucking bridge pickup, providing the classic Eddie Van Halen guitar tone - crystal clear cleans, fat and rich mids, and robust lows. The brass nut and six-saddle vintage Fender Stratocaster synchronized tremolo bridge with a 43mm brass block contribute to the authentic EVH tone.Other unique features include a skirted white Strat-style volume control knob (labeled "tone") with a 500K EVH Bourns low friction pot and treble bleed circuit, a black pickguard, chrome hardware, oversized strap buttons, and a larger, '70s-style licensed Fender Strat headstock with a gold EVH logo. The bolt-on quartersawn maple neck construction ensures bright tone with more control, while the reliced EVH Wolfgang humbucking pickup cuts through the mix, providing dynamic harmonics and shimmering highs.The EVH Striped Series '78 Eruption Electric Guitar is not just a durable and innovative musical instrument, it's a tribute to a legend, a piece of rock history that stands out in any collection. Whether you're a professional musician or an enthusiastic beginner, this guitar will inspire you to push your boundaries and explore new musical horizons.
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Features an EVH Wolfgang humbucking pickup, delivering high-output, searing tones perfect for rock and metal, capturing Eddie Van Halen's signature sound with clarity and punch.
Boasts a maple neck with a hand-rubbed satin urethane finish and an EVH modified "C" backshape, ensuring comfortable, fast playing across the entire fretboard.
Equipped with an EVH-branded Gotoh tuning machines and a brass nut, providing exceptional tuning stability and sustain for reliable performance during intense playing.
Incorporates a volume control with a treble bleed circuit, maintaining high-end clarity when reducing volume, allowing for a wide range of tonal expression and dynamic control.
Designed with a 12"-16" compound radius maple fretboard and jumbo frets, offering enhanced playability for both chording and soloing, making complex techniques easier.
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